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How to get fromMallaig to Colonsayby bus, ferry or train

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There are 3 ways to get from Mallaig to Colonsay by bus, ferry, or train

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  1. Bus, ferry

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    1. Take the bus from Boatyard to Fort William Bus Stationbus bus 500 / ...
    2. Take the bus from Fort William Bus Station to Oban Bus Stationbus bus
    3. Take the ferry from Oban Ferry Terminal to Colonsay Ferry Terminalferry ferry Cm9
    7h 3m
    £19–76

  2. Train, bus, ferry

    1. Take the train from Mallaig to Fort Williamtrain train
    2. Take the bus from Fort William Bus Station to Oban Bus Stationbus bus
    3. Take the ferry from Oban Ferry Terminal to Colonsay Ferry Terminalferry ferry Cm9
    7h 13m
    £49–467

  3. Train, ferry

    1. Take the train from Mallaig to Crianlarichtrain train
    2. Take the train from Crianlarich to Obantrain train
    3. Take the ferry from Oban Ferry Terminal to Colonsay Ferry Terminalferry ferry Cm9
    8h 55m
    £67–171

Mallaig to Colonsay by bus, foot, and ferry

Calendar7Weekly Services
Duration7h 3mAverage Duration
Ticket£19Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

What companies run services between Mallaig, Highland, Scotland and Colonsay, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Mallaig to Colonsay. However, you can take the bus to Fort William Bus Station, take the bus to Oban Bus Station, walk to Oban Ferry Terminal, then take the ferry to Colonsay Ferry Terminal. Alternatively, you can take a train from Mallaig to Colonsay Ferry Terminal via Fort William, Fort William Bus Station, Oban Bus Station, and Oban Ferry Terminal in around 7h 13m.

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